Judaic Studies Adjunct Faculty Pool - Academic Year 2026-27

Portland State University, College of Urban and Public Affairs; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 900 - 1,500; Full time

Job summary

Portland State University is seeking adjunct instructors for Judaic Studies under the Harold Schnitzer Family Program. The position supports teaching in the history and culture of Judaism and the Jewish people, with a focus on lower and upper-level undergrad courses.

Applicants must hold an MA/MS in Holocaust Studies or Jewish Studies and have prior teaching experience. Residency in Oregon or SW Washington is required, with compensation per credit hour per the AFT agreement.

Qualifications

• M.S. or M.A. in Holocaust Studies, Jewish studies, or closely related field.
• Previous teaching experience.

Responsibilities

• Teach lower and upper-level undergraduate courses in Judaic Studies.
• Contribute to course development and student assessment.

Skills

Teaching experience

Education

MA/MS in Holocaust/Judaic Studies

Job description

Position Announcement

Position Details

Proposed Start Date 09/16/2026 Working Title Judaic Studies Adjunct Faculty Pool - Academic Year 2026-27 Department 223201 - JST Judaic Studies Position Number D92259 Representation AP - AFT, Local 3571

Position Summary

Brief Description of PSU/School/Dept

Portland State University is Oregon’s most affordable public research university, located in the heart of one of America’s most dynamic cities. Our mission to “let knowledge serve the city” reflects our dedication to turning ideas into action — in Portland and around the world. The city is our campus, giving students unmatched access to career connections, a vibrant cultural scene and hands-on learning experiences with hundreds of community partners.

More than 20,000 students from all backgrounds bring diverse perspectives to our classrooms and campus life, from the tree-lined Park Blocks to the bustling Urban Plaza and state-of-the-art science labs. We are proud of our world-class faculty, groundbreaking research and international reputation for excellence in sustainability, community engagement and innovation.

The Judaic Studies department is part of the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences and employs the critical methodologies of university scholarship to examine all aspects of the history, religion, culture, and social and political formations of the Jewish people.

Portland State University’s Harold Schnitzer Family Program in Judaic Studies invites applications for new Adjunct Instructors with expertise in the history and cultural study of the Judaism and the Jewish people with demonstrated teaching experience to teach our lower and upper-level undergraduate courses.

Minimum Qualifications

M.S. or M.A. in Holocaust Studies, Jewish studies, or closely related field. Previous teaching experience.

Must be a resident of Oregon or SW Washington.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications Key Cultural Competencies

• Creates an environment that acknowledges, encourages and celebrates differences.
• Functions and communicates effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities and cultural backgrounds.
• Seeks opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change for continual improvement
• Adheres to all PSU’s policies including the policies on Prohibited Discrimination & Harassment and the Professional Standards of Conduct.

Environmental Stewardship

Contributes to a culture of environmental stewardship, practices resource conservation, and actively works toward achieving long-term sustainability goals.

Required Professional Standards of Conduct

At Portland State University, all employees are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner which maintains a safe, respectful, and productive environment for faculty, students, administrators, and staff. It is the responsibility of every member of the Portland State University community to conduct themselves in accordance with our PSU Professional Standards of Conduct which are available at www.pdx.edu/hr/professional-standards-conduct.

Compensation

Adjunct faculty members are paid per credit hour per the AFT Collective Bargaining Agreement which can be found at https://www.pdx.edu/academic-affairs/academic-unions#psufa.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Curriculum Vitae

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter
• Statement of Teaching Interest
• Professional References